Nissan adds single cab to revamped Titan truck lineup
Nissan is expanding its Titan full-size pickup truck lineup for 2017 with a new single cab model largely aimed at commercial users.
The automaker will offer the Titan Single Cab in both standard and XD configurations. Although the two configurations share a cab design, interior, and 8-foot bed, the XD uses a stronger frame designed to give it a higher payload capacity for more heavy duty use.
ALSO SEE: Diesel still in the works for Mazda
The new Titan Single Cab has the same 139.8-inch wheelbase and 228.1-inch overall length as the Titan Crew Cab. However, the Titan XD Single Cab checks in at 231 inches from head to toe, nearly a foot shorter overall than the Titan XD Crew Cab.
Payload capacities are up for the Titan Single Cab compared to the Crew Cab:
The Titan Single Cab maxes out at 1,930 pounds compared to 1,610 pounds for the Crew Cab.
The Titan XD Single Cab maxes out at 2,910 pounds compared to 2,590 for the XD Crew Cab.
Similarly, the Titan's trailer towing rating increases as well:
When properly equipped, the Titan Single Cab can tow a 9,730 pound trailer compared to 9,390 for the Crew Cab.
When properly equipped, the Titan XD Single Cab can tow a 12,640 pound trailer compared to 12,314 for the Crew Cab.
READ: Ford offers Apple CarPlay, Android Auto in all 2017 models
Nissan says that the base Titan Single Cab comes standard with a V-6 gasoline engine, but the automaker hasn't released any details about that motor. Optional on the base Titan and standard on the Titan XD is a 5.6-liter V-8 rated at 390 horsepower. Titan XD buyers can up the game further with an available 5.0-liter turbodiesel V-8 designed by Cummins and rated at 310 hp and an impressive 555 lb-ft of torque.
The gas V-6 and V-8 engines will be mated exclusively to a 7-speed automatic, while a 6-speed automatic comes with the turbodiesel.
Since the Titan Single Cab is positioned more toward work-oriented buyers than the Crew Cab, Nissan says it will only offer the two-door trucks in the lower-rung S and SV trim levels. Both 4x2 and 4x4 powertrains will be available.